Davis Lakes Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Davis Lakes Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a privately-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1952.
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Summary
This dam serves primarily for recreation purposes and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. With a height of 14 feet and a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet, Davis Lakes Dam sits on the TR- BAKERS CREEK stream and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Despite not being rated for its current condition, Davis Lakes Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) according to the data available. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no locks associated with the structure. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, raising concerns for the potential management of any emergencies that may arise. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find this dam intriguing as it presents a mix of recreational functionality and regulatory oversight, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BAKERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
609cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
514cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
738cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
317000cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Davis Lakes Dam